It is a compound found in the body, involved in the formation of connective tissue, cartilage and joint synovium. Glucosamine can be used in the form of dietary supplements alone or in combination with chondroitin or MSM (methylsulfonylmethane). If you are looking for a supplement containing only glucosamine in a form suitable for vegans and vegetarians, check out the offer from the highly regarded brand NOW Foods.

NOW Foods - plant-derived glucosamine supplement

This is a manufacturer with over 50 years' experience, creating dietary supplements of the highest quality. NOW Foods also has in its product catalogue a glucosamine supplement suitable for those on elimination diets. Vegetarian Glucosamine '1000' contains GreenGrown Glucosamine, a plant-derived glucosamine. It is in the form of swallowable capsules and there are 90 in one packet. Information on the recommended daily allowance is available under the product label.